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Since I left the army,
I always wanted to travel
around the island.
30 years later,
I still dream about it.
Still dream about it.
I came to Taiwan 58 years ago,
I came to Taiwan 58 years ago,
but I have never been to Hualien.
For me, this is a challenge.
If it was my own grandpa
I'd ask him not to.
I wouldn't want him to take such risks.
I wouldn't want him to take such risks.
With old people,
They might look healthy,
but it can all change within days.
But it can all change within days.
You never know what will happen next.
One day I noticed...
One day I noticed...
Geez, so many of them wear hearing aids!
I wondered...
Can they finish the tour'?
(Buddhist Chanting)
The first stroke is fine.
The problem is you're too hasty.
The problem is you're too hasty.
What can I get you'?
I still have fish left.
Shrimp roll'?
Yes, please.
$3 for 7 pieces.
Good morning.
Are you nervous'?
Just relax.
Pretend you are back in the army.
He may be the oldest test taker so far.
I practice 10-30 minutes every day,
along the central line of the street.
Other drivers would ask,
"What do you thinking you are doing?"
I'd tell them I'm practicing.
Ms. Yingmei, please start
Do not put down your feet
after vehicle enter track.
I think she passed it.
Thank you! Thank you!
I was so nervous!
Congratulations!
Thank you!
I'm happy for you.
Right kick
and back
and up
right kick again.
Remember to practice at home every day.
I'll be flying in a week!
L-low old are you'?
I'm 87.
87
And you'?
You're 7 years younger,
3 extra steps for you.
One, two, three,
Start!
Stay on the line!
Stay on the line!
Go go go!
Go go go!
One point for the Riders.
We have 17 grandriders
at the average age of 81
We'll depart from Taichung
and head South...
We'll depart from Taichung
and head South...
back to Taichung again in 13 days.
Someday, when we grow old,
we may not always want to be pampered.
By taking actions,
we can change the way society views them.
Aging can be glorious too.
They can still excel at lots of things.
All set for tomorrow.
We're all set for tomorrow.
The weather should be nice.
Has everyone gotten their T-shirts'?
This is a Large.
Any Small left'?
Okey
Most of you
have a history of
diabetes and hypertension.
If you are currently on medication,
please bring it with you.
Don't forget this,
Okay?
Whenever you feel tired on the road,
just take a rest, it won't be a problem
or just get on the bus.
We'll take care of your bike.
Our first priority is to protest ourselves.
Our first priority is to protest ourselves.
Any further questions'?
If not, go home now and
rest up for tomorrow.
Thank you.
See you tomorrow morning.
See you tomorrow Day.
Do you have everything prepared'?
Yes.
My wife packed fifteen
or sixteen outfits for me.
She also told me to bring this too.
She said it's for old people,
when we sweat.
My daughter is a nurse.
She sees that I am getting old,
so she got me pills for the heart
Some pills for allergies and itches.
I take them twice a day.
At the first,
my siblings and I, we all objected.
Because he's really too old.
Although he went out
on his motorbike everyday,
a journey like this is a different thing.
The distance is too long.
We worried that it would be
too demanding for him.
We just hope his trip
will be safe and sound.
We just hope his trip
will be safe and sound.
I'll take 7.
Dear Lord of the Heavens,
The CEO of Hondao Foundation and I
will take a group of
seniors in their eighties
on a tour tomorrow.
On a tour tomorrow.
May our journey be blessed and protected.
May our journey be blessed and protected.
May our journey be blessed and protected.
May our journey be blessed and protected.
Once we return safely,
we will come to you again
to thank you for your blessing.
Thank you.
Most people think the elders are incapable,
Most people think the elders are incapable,
Most people think the elders are incapable,
But the truth is they can
still be very energetic.
But the truth is they can
still be very energetic.
A lot of them are very healthy, too.
The reason why I am taking them to...
The reason why I am taking them to...
this Island Tour around Taiwan,
is to show that
no one is too old to realize one's dreams.
No one is too old to realize one's dreams.
Attention please!
If anytime you don't feel well,
don't hesitate to let us know.
We'll check to make sure
you are good to go.
We'll check to make sure
you are good to go.
Okay'? -Okay.
Grandriders rock!
Grandriders tough!
Grandriders go! go! go!
Here we go!
The next 13 days
will be like going into war.
Like in a battle.
A lot of people tried to stop me,
They told me it wasn't a good idea.
But we have the will,
and will is power.
I've only driven to...
the market, or the church.
The market, or the church.
I've never driven this far.
But I feel okay.
It is doable.
So I take courage and say,
let's go.
When I was young,
I always wanted to travel around Taiwan.
Now I have grown old,
and here comes the opportunity.
L-low can I miss it'?
L-low can I miss it'?
Are you feeling dizzy'?
I can't lift my arm.
It's Neuralgia.
Can't lift my arm.
Here hurts too.
Wanna take some medicine'?
Should I get it for you'?
I'll take it in the afternoon.
Do you have a fever'?
I have stomach ulcer.
I checked into the ER the other day.
And you still came'?
I'm the captain.
It's my responsibility.
He takes it very seriously.
So you're the captain.
I have to be brave.
Is it sore'?
Or is it aching'?
He told us about his condition
at our last meeting.
He told us about his condition
at our last meeting.
He had stomach bleeding four weeks ago,
and a past blood transfusion.
Due to his neuralgia,
certain pain killers are forbidden.
He didn't tell us the whole picture.
He didn't tell us the whole picture.
He didn't tell us the whole picture.
Not until the first day did we realize
that it wasn't as simple as he described.
That it wasn't as simple as he described.
You can smell the herbal
plasters on his whole body.
You can smell the herbal
plasters on his whole body.
A few hours later,
we start to realize
the gravity of the situation
and considered sending to the hospital.
And considered sending to the hospital.
What happened'?
Did you fall'?
Let's call it a day.
I fell asleep. -Let's take the bus.
I dozed off...
Yes...
You fell asleep'?
Let's call it a day okay'?
Okey
Are there any other wounds'?
He's tired.
He's used to napping in the afternoon
He's used to napping in the afternoon.
Let's take a break.
This is usually my nap time.
Now is about my usual nap time.
Yes.
I know you couldn't wait to see me,
but not like this, 0k'?
I'll take your blood pressure.
If it's too high you must rest.
If it's too high you must rest.
Just tell us if you're not feeling well.
Okey
All right'?
I'll see you at the next rest stop.
Okay?
Okey
Watch your step!
Let me get you on there, okay'?
Okey
Time to rest, okay'?
This is embarrassing.
Don't worry
I dozed off!
I'm nervous...
I need my nap.
I'm a little tired.
I keep yawning!
But I will be fine,
I'll be okay tomorrow.
I'll be okay tomorrow.
Or I'll just bite my tongue to stay awake.
What can we do for you'?
Like finding your family
or taking you somewhere?
Like finding your family
or taking you somewhere?
Nothing?
What are your wishes'?
To get well.
How old are you'?
86 years old.
L-low long have you been here?
I can't even remember...
Getting dumber since I moved here.
All my wishes are gone.
I wanted to go home and take a stroll.
But I can't.
In our teens we study.
In our twenties we work and enter marriage.
In our thirties we may have children.
Our lives are hectic,
but we often live for others.
But we often live for others.
Finally when we grow old,
when we no longer shoulder
so much pressure,
we can finally live for ourselves.
But when we start to do so,
society says no.
Society says, stay home.
Don't go out, or you'll hurt yourself.
Don't go out, or you'll hurt yourself.
They elders are very lonely.
They elders are very lonely.
How do you do'?
He says you're amazing.
Amazing!
Thank you.
It's a challenge.
He's 8O years old,
and he's driving a scooter around Taiwan
for thousands of kilometers.
Would you like to put it on'?
He is very moved.
That's great!
Get well soon, my friend!
Get well soon, my friend!
Don't cry.
Don't cry.
Crack a smile!
Crack a big smile!
Stomach ulcer'?
Yes.
You've had a bumpy ride today,
and it made your stomach bleed again
even though it was getting better.
We'll consult the hospital director
to see if you can continue the ride.
A no will be a no.
Come on, let's go home
Let's go home.
His wife didn't want him to come
because he's not in good shape.
Because he's not in good shape.
It's great he made this event happen.
But...
But he wouldn't listen.
He wouldn't let his age,
plus all the aches and pains
get in the way of fulfilling his dream.
It's like some kind of a fight,
going against the wind.
It's like some kind of a fight,
going against the wind.
He won't stop until he gets what he wants.
That kind of determination,
is really admirable.
That kind of determination,
is really admirable.
Hooray!
He had a transfusion yesterday,
but he needs more.
He had a transfusion yesterday,
but he needs more.
But he had three bags!
Normally the inside of our eye is pink,
Normally the inside of our eye is pink,
but his are pale!
He has anemia.
He has anemia.
He's always had it.
You need more blood,
so be patient.
A captain should have
a good sense of responsibility.
A captain should have
a good sense of responsibility.
We always care for others.
An organizer is also a motivator.
I cannot be absent.
I was really mad at myself yesterday.
I couldn't even make the first stop.
I really wanted to make it.
I kept telling myself to be brave.
I did receive good training as a cop,
during the Japanese colonial period.
We put the people first,
being a policeman was about
contributing to society
being a policeman was
about contributing to society
And in the same spirit,
I still want to serve the public today.
That's the way it is.
We always will be caretakers.
We always will be caretakers.
(Prayers)
In Jesus' name, amen.
Amen.
Praise the Lord.
I'm happy to see you here.
I didn't know the pastor was coming, too.
May God bring you joy.
I hope so.
Nobody else understood my sorrows.
Thank you all.
We are very excited.
We got up at 8 and have been waiting since.
We got up at 8 and have been waiting since.
This is for you.
I wish you the best of health.
I wish you the best of health.
I was devoted to making money.
Cram schools were especially profitable.
When times were good, money just rolled in!
When the time was good,
money just rolled in,
but I didn't have time to do God's work.
So I decided to quit
So I decided to quit
and devote myself to God
and spreading his message.
When others rejoice in Jesus,
so do I.
When we first got married,
he was already a Christian.
We didn't know each other
before the pastor introduced us.
We met in October,
and in December he bought the ring.
We only got to know each other later.
We were poor and we were always working.
We didn't even have time for honeymoon.
To us
engaging in something
meaningful together like this
is the best belated honeymoon.
Is the best belated honeymoon.
It's important to cherish marriage.
When she first had cancer,
breast cancer,
she wasn't afraid.
But when she got stomach cancer
she said she's ready for heaven.
I told her, don't you think it's selfish
I told her, don't you think it's selfish
to go to heaven without me,
and leave me here'?
So she decided to receive treatment.
So she decided to receive treatment.
So she decided to receive treatment.
We never know when our time is up,
so we have to cherish every more.
Let's go on a date every week.
Let's go on a date every week.
What do you think'?
Eh
Grandriders tough!
Grandriders rock!
Grandriders go!
My lovely kid!
He puts all the flowers he gets here.
His wife was fond of flowers,
so you can see flowers all over her grave
I planted hundreds of flowers
when she was alive.
When she died I moved them to her grave.
I'm her husband,
so I bring her what she loves.
And it looks pretty too.
When we were young,
I always took her on rides around Taiwan.
We went every year.
I remember once, we were on Highway No. 3,
the setting sun was reflected in the water,
with the reflection on the water,
It was so beautiful.
She was in a good mood and said,
How long will we keep doing this'?
How long will we keep doing this'?
I replied with a smile,
if I could live to be 80.
I would still do it.
Little did I know that
she would pass away just a few years later.
I often come up here
around two o'clock in the afternoon.
I'd spend time with her,
and leave around four or five.
People here know me now.
People here know me now.
Around the time after she left
Around the time after she left
at bedtime,
I couldn't enter our bedroom.
I kept thinking about
the empty space she left behind.
The empty space she left behind.
How is it that a bed once occupied by two,
now sleeps only one'?
It's hard for me to forget her
and I tell myself I must come see her.
And I tell myself I must come see her.
But now, with all the climbing.
I don't know for how much
longer I can still come.
I don't know for how much
longer I can still come.
Honey
I've been thinking of
taking you on another trip.
If you want me to take you on a ride again,
I'll do it.
Tell me what you think.
She said yes.
That's my wife!
See
She still wants to ride again with me
even she's dead.
I got it.
Honey, I got it
That's what makes us husband and wife.
One last ride.
The debt that I owe her,
I will payback anyhow.
I will never forget it.
I have already thought about
taking her around the island.
Before the project.
I already had her photograph
prepared last year.
I will take you on the ride, honey.
I'm 8O now and I'll do it for sure.
Your blood pressure was
a bit high yesterday.
Let's see about today.
140182
Not bad!
It was 160 yesterday.
I think it's because
everyone is still adjusting.
Their blood pressure is
a lot more stable now.
Their blood pressure is
a lot more stable now.
Some are even back to a normal values.
Some are even back to a normal values.
Did you sleep well last night'?
Yes I did.
I ate well. I slept well.
We have pampered you, haven't we'?
We have pampered you, haven't we'?
I think I out on another kilo.
I'm all set,
and I'm feeling great.
Very calm.
We're out and having fun, it's great
but I miss my grandchildren.
Why don't you rest longer'?
Take another day or two off.
I don't have to go home and rest.
I can rest here, it's all the same.
If I need more blood just
give me a transfusion.
It's no big deal.
Go go go!
Congratulations! You're back!
I feel stronger than ever!
You look a lot better.
I'm really sorry.
I'm really sorry.
Thank you all for your kind thoughts.
I really appreciate it.
Don't worry.
I feel much better than before.
They pumped so much blood into my body.
Now I feel stronger than ever.
Thank you all.
Don't stress yourself out!
What we need now is rest.
It's only the third day,
and we have ten more to go.
It's only the third day,
and we have ten more to go.
I'm 75 and he's 12 years older!
Very brave.
The captain is very nice.
He takes care of us.
We really miss him when he's not around.
We really miss him when he's not around.
We really miss him when he's not around.
I'm very moved.
He looks amazing.
I'll live to be 100 years old!
He looks all spirited.
So full of life.
I was deeply moved by him.
It makes you feel like
nothing is impossible.
It makes you feel like
nothing is impossible.
His doctor advised against his return.
His doctor advised against his return.
So he really is challenging himself.
He has a firm goal that
he wants to achieve.
He has a firm goal that
he wants to achieve..
He won't give up until he succeeds.
Are there any problems'?
No!
Ten more days to go.
Hey my boy!
How are you'?
Do you miss grandpa'?
You do'?
I will be home soon!
What'? Very much'?
Ah, you miss me a lot!
Okey
Bye Bye
Who do I miss most'?
My grandkid.
Why'?
Because now that I'm away,
he has no one to play with!
Every Tuesday and Friday,
I take my grandson to Taipei by subway
and return to Banqiao by train.
And return to Banqiao by train.
I especially miss him today
because it's Friday.
I especially miss him today
because it's Friday.
You're laughing.
Do you want me to tell you'?
Must be really high.
How come'?
Because I just spoke to my grandson
and I'm excited!
Did you call your wife'?
Yes.
What did she say'?
She didn't know about my accident.
Did she say she missed you'?
Nah that's not her.
We've been together too long.
It's goose bumping to say so.
I ask my old lady to say it.
I ask my old lady to say it.
"No way!"
She won't do it.
If you tell her you love her...
My wife is not romantic at all.
My wife is not romantic at all.
Exactly!
She'd probably give you a slap.
She'd probably give you a slap.
A slap?
Yeah.
How can she do that.
"Why did you say you love me?"
"it's so disgusting."
Then you got slapped and yelled at!
We're on the same boat!
Let's shake hands.
How was your sleep'?
Everyone should sleep well
unless he has mental problems.
Unless he has mental problems.
L-low can you not sleep well'?
After one tiring day, everyone sleeps well.
After one tiring day, everyone sleeps well.
Let us first welcome our Captain back!
Let us first welcome our Captain back!
(Cheering)
Today we are crossing mountains.
Today we are crossing mountains.
There will be uphill and downhill rides
and only two lanes.
Cars will try to overtake you.
So this is our first challenge.
So this is our first challenge.
But it will be okay.
But it will be okay.
We have our pastor here to pray for us.
We have our pastor here to pray for us.
Dear Lord, may you be with us.
Dear Lord, may you be with us.
Dear Lord
You say to fear not in love,
for you have expelled all fear for us.
Let us safely arrive at
our next destination.
Let us safely arrive at
our next destination.
In Jesus' name,
Amen.
Today we are covering
the Southern Cross-Island Highway.
Thank you officers.
No problem.
Thank you so much.
Thank you so much.
We feel safe in your presence.
Thank you!
Normally only high officials enjoy
such courtesy from the police.
Normally only high officials
enjoy such courtesy from the police.
And now, they're here for us.
It feels really great.
It feels really great.
After the typhoon,
many sections of the highway
were partly collapsed.
Many sections of the highway
were partly collapsed.
Those sections will be dangerous.
Even larger vehicles might
even fall into the valley.
Even larger vehicles might
even fall into the valley.
I worried about this part of the journey.
From Pingtung to Taitung,
and from Hualien to Yilan.
It's a tough ride.
Some suggested we take a bus instead.
Some suggested we take a bus instead.
But I know they won't agree to it.
We go everywhere on our motorbikes.
We go everywhere on our motorbikes.
You know those riders in Hollywood movies.
You know those riders in Hollywood movies.
You know right'?
When they ride motorcycles
they lean low to turn,
When they ride motorcycles
they lean low to turn,
Like this.
I do the same.
I feel great doing so.
It's exciting!
They are really tired.
You can tell from their blood pressure.
You can tell from their blood pressure.
You can tell from their blood pressure.
But when we make short stops
they all look at you with a big smile.
As if they're telling you how good it feels
as if they're telling you how good it feels
to be here for the first time.
Of course they are more or less afraid.
But at the same time they really want this.
One, two, three, Yeah
Why don't you join others for pictures'?
Why don't you join others for pictures'?
Be quiet!
It's fine without me anyway.
You are hiding here for ice cream!
What are you looking at'?
The stocks.
Which one will make money'?
Haven't had much luck though.
Do you buy stocks'?
A little.
Which one'?
China Steel.
Look outside!
All these young people
The waves are high.
Beautiful!
Awesome!
We are buddies.
Awesome!
How do you feel'?
Beautiful!
Come closer
Say "Cheese"
Sea water is hitting me like rain drops.
Sea water is hitting me like rain drops.
Can you feel it'?
It's not sea water...
It is the rain!
Really?
It's raining now
When we went on dates in the past,
One of us would walk in front of the other
One of us would walk in front of the other
We didn't dare to walk side by side
or people would toss stones at us!
You know what'?
The first time I held her hand,
it felt like electrifying!
I haven't had such fun for a while.
How I feel today'?
It feel like I am 50 again.
It feel like I am 50 again.
My body is much more relaxed.
My body is much more relaxed.
I don't feel so old anymore.
I'm surprised, too.
Grandriders rock!
Grandriders tough!
Grandriders go!
Here we go!
We young people might affect them.
I think they feel younger
again because of us.
They are so adorable.
We've learned a lot from them,
they have also learned a lot from us.
They have also learned a lot from us.
I mean our energy really does infect them.
I mean our energy really does infect them.
Give me a smile!
They say elders are like kids,
being all simple minded and lovable.
Grandpa Xiusheng is especially adorable
Everyone is so adorable.
One two three, smile!
Smile!
You have to breathe!
Don't hold your breath!
I don't know how to play it.
It's car racing game.
Are we playing this'?
I got this turn.
This is hard.
Wow, you're the champion!
Wow, you're the champion!
Yeah!
Yeah!
Nice shot!
I got all the rest!
I didn't know kids' games are so much fun.
I'm a soldier.
A little bit of rain won't hurt me.
Raining is no big deal.
It could rain knives and
I wouldn't be scared.
Not even the 823 battle bombing scared me.
Not even the 823 battle bombing scared me.
So it doesn't matter if it rains!
You fought against each other'?
Yes!
We fought all the way...
from China to Taiwan.
From China to Taiwan.
He used to be a Lieutenant
in the Japanese forces.
He used to be a Lieutenant
in the Japanese forces.
He used to be a Lieutenant
in the Japanese forces.
He used to be a Lieutenant
in the Japanese forces.
Iwasa...
I was a Nationalist soldier.
We were enemies at that time.
Sixty years ago, we were enemies.
But here we are
we meet again
touring the island together.
Touring the island together.
Touring the island together.
We share a laugh
and let bygones be bygones.
Is it frozen shoulder'?
Has it been hurting long'?
It hurt a while ago.
At the hospital, it got better,
but now it's hurting again.
Thank you.
The Captain needs to
go to the hospital tomorrow.
He is really hurting.
He thinks the painkiller
injections will help.
It worked last time.
He will be fine and come
back after the shot.
Could it be because of the
bumpy ride we've had'?
No.
Do you know that he never rests.
No matter what he does'?
No matter what he does'?
He's always checking the itinerary,
making sure we are on track.
Making sure we are on track.
He said he couldn't quit now.
As long as he's with everybody he's happy.
He's already on four different medications.
I think he should be hospitalized
to find out where the ulcer is.
It would be best that he returns home
It would be best that he returns home
where he can be taken care of.
Where he can be taken care of.
Run more tests.
How many days would it take'?
How many days would it take'?
Three days minimum.
Because no one can take
all the tests in one day.
It's too much!
First gastroscope, now colonoscopy
it will be too much for him
no matter how strong his will is.
It will be too much for him
no matter how strong his will is.
Hospitalize'? For how long'?
At least three days.
No!
They need to run tests on you.
They need to find out
why you keep on bleeding.
They need to find out
why you keep on bleeding.
The doctor says you should
go back to Taichung now.
No way!
Or you want to stay here for three days'?
Where will everyone be in three days'?
Yilan.
We'll catch up with them.
Ok then.
From a medical point of view,
I don't think any doctor
would let him continue the trip.
I really admire his strong will.
I really admire his strong will.
I think if you stop him from moving on,
I think if you stop him from moving on,
he might be able to
endure the physical pains.
He might be able to
endure the physical pains.
But if you stop him from
accomplishing his dream,
But if you stop him from
accomplishing his dream,
it might be more painful to him.
How many days will the tests take'?
3 days.
I feel ashamed.
Don't feel that way.
Don't think like that.
We all appreciate what you've done.
We wouldn't be doing this without you.
You bring joy to so many elders.
That must be worth something.
I've let you guys down.
That's not true.
Don't think like that.
Sorry that I let you down.
No! We should thank you.
I've really let all of you down.
Nonsense! We can't thank you enough!
You need to rest.
I'm the captain, but I failed myself.
We'll feel relieved on the ride
only if you become healthier.
We'll feel relieved on the ride
only if you become healthier..
So we will do it together.
Lord, we feel really reluctant.
At the right time,
with the right leader,
at the right place,
he supported us with all his might.
Now that he's in the hospital,
yet his spirit has never left us.
We're deeply touched by his dedication.
We're deeply touched by his dedication.
Your path forever leads ours.
Your will forever guides ours.
Dear Lord, please look after Captain Lai.
He has worn himself out,
so let him recuperate in peace.
(Prayers)
The Suhua Highway will be a tough ride.
So please report back for
even the tiniest problem.
So please report back for
even the tiniest problem.
There are falling rocks ahead
and we need to stay away from danger.
We'll break for lunch for 3O minutes
and spend an hour resting on the bus
whether they want to or not.
Keep them on the bus.
Because from here on, it will be tough.
Everybody!
Attention please!
You might already know this,
the Suhua highway is pretty narrow
the Suhua highway is pretty narrow
And there are also tunnels.
And there are also tunnels.
It will be dark in the tunnels.
It will be hard to see at first
and cars will be speeding by.
If you are worried
you can take a break on the bus
board the bus at anytime.
Finishing is not the top priority.
Safety comes first.
Show me your spirits!
Do your best and that's enough.
You guys are the best!
Grandriders go!
I often feel this project
started out of simple courage
I often feel this project started
out of simple courage
People at such an age usually
suffer from chronic diseases.
People at such an age usually
suffer from chronic diseases.
What is crucial in finishing the tour...
What is crucial in finishing the tour...
is stamina.
This is a long haul fight.
They have to maintain their strength.
We have cars guiding us in front
and buses following behind.
Knowing that you're in good hands.
The journey of life
with highs and lows
sunshine and storms.
But you just have to keep going.
Mountains on one side, ocean on the other.
The gravel trucks are huge and fast!
The gravel trucks are huge and fast!
They won't stop honking!
The Pacific is absolutely beautiful
but I know I can't look.
But I know I can't look.
If you look, you might not see
the car in front and run into it.
If you look, you might not see
the car in front and run into it.
You have to pay your full attention.
Suhua Highway used to be single-lane.
Cars had to run right next to the cliffs.
There was little margin.
Neither were there barriers to protect you.
You wouldn't dare to look down the cliffs
while driving along the road.
The water looks so deep and cold.
It's very frightening.
We're driving next to the cliffs.
We're driving next to the cliffs.
There are more cliffs coming up ahead!
Five
six
Seven
eight
nine
To the right.
One
two
three
four
five
six
SEVEN
eight
When you pass the tunnel, it's all dark,
and there's this woomph
woomph sound of the cars.
It's nerve-wracking.
The cars are heading south
but we are heading north.
Their headlights are so bright
that we can't open our eyes.
In times like this,
you have to be fully alert
and ride very carefully.
Watch out in all directions.
It's really frightening
when a car races by.
It's really frightening
when a car races by.
Let's change your pants. They're torn.
Shall we just cut it'?
Because it's torn out pretty badly.
We'll do some more checks.
He needs to have his wound cleaned.
He needs to have his wound cleaned.
No apparent bone fracture.
So we're looking at a lower back injury.
Yes, damaged soft tissues.
Are you feeling better?
Yes.
Come sit down.
I feel relieved seeing
you're not so pale now.
I'm fine.
I'm fine.
I was in the war. Even
death didn't scare me.
Were you hurt in the war'?
Yes!
I was hit by a bullet.
Somewhere around here.
A half-centimeter wound.
It comes out this way.
I almost died.
Are you okay'?
Fine, fine.
The Japanese had me fly
those broken airplanes.
The Japanese had me
fly those broken airplanes.
The Japanese had me
fly those broken airplanes.
I wasn't afraid of death.
Those planes were meant to crash.
Yes.
Yes.
You weren't part of that'?
No.
I trained the Kamikaze pilots.
I was an instructor.
You trained them'?
I did it for years.
Impressive!
Can you still sing the song'?
The cigarettes given by
the Emperor we smoke.
On the eve of our glorious
sacrifice for Japan.
Tonight, even the wind
in the fields taste of blood.
At the sky above our foes we firmly watch.
There, the stars sparkle incessantly.
I was a Kamikaze instructor.
Training Japanese college students
to become Kamikaze pilots.
The training lasted for
about three to four months.
The training lasted for
about three to four months.
Before their final mission
their hair had to be shaved
wrapped in a cloth and
given to the instructor.
As bodies were irretrievable,
that was the only remains.
It was really emotional.
Cause we had spent up to three years
doing everything together.
Cause we had spent up to three years
doing everything together.
Cause we had spent up to three years
doing everything together.
We told them that
we would be right behind
that we'll reunite again eventually.
That we'll reunite again eventually.
I came to Taiwan with my brigade in 1948.
I was leaving Hubei for the Civil War.
I was leaving Hubei for the Civil War.
In between, I received a letter from home
telling me that my mother had passed away.
And I was asked to return for mourning.
But times were critical.
I remember it was raining hard
and I couldn't board the ship.
I could see the mountains of my hometown,
but I couldn't return.
I couldn't stop crying.
I cried all day and all night.
When I got home
all I saw was tombs.
It's too late.
I can't see my mother anymore.
Write your name on the bamboo.
Put your wishes down, too.
Yes.
May all wishes come true.
This is so much fun!
You big baby!
I've never seen one this big.
"Arriving in Hualien on November the 18th,"
"lam Grandrider WANG Zhongtian."
I'm in Hualien now.
"Despite catching cold
and constant mishaps,"
"Stronger I grew with each setback."
I came to Taiwan 58 years ago,
but this is my first time in Hualien.
It's not an easy trip
with the flu and little accidents.
But I still made it!
I am doing just fine.
Give him a hand!
Be careful!
Hold on to it.
Here, ready'?
Watch your hands!
There, hold it.
Are you ready'?
One, two, three.
Having fun'?
Yes!
This is my first time.
Really? That's great!
Thank you.
Cover the galoshes to prevent the raindrop.
Make sure you keep them apart!
Okay, thank you.
This is great.
Riding scooters in the rain!
It's awesome!
Go!
Rainy day makes me spirited.
Challenges only make us tougher!
Great!
Why aren't you wearing clothes'?
The northeastern coast is so beautiful.
The northeastern coast is just gorgeous!
I've always wanted to come.
Now I'm finally here!
Look at the ocean.
I can feel it stretching out
forever before me.
Welcome, welcome!
Captain!
How's everybody'?
You're all so brave and courageous.
You're all so brave and courageous.
Congratulations!
You did well!
Congratulations!
You all did well!
Have you been to a night market'?
Never.
Let's see what's good to eat.
Oyster omelet.
That's oyster omelet.
Oyster omelet.
Is it ok for you'?
For me fine!
In Taiwanese you say many things backwards.
Typhoon becomes Phoon-tai
So instead of "fine for me",
we say "for me fine".
Live seafood!
Put your hand in and it'll get bitten off.
Then no more scooter riding.
I got this the other day while driving.
When I finish the tour,
if people ask me,
"Did you bring anything back?"
"Did you bring anything back?"
I'll tell them,
nothing,
just a little scar here.
His name is Wang Zhongtian.
Wang means king.
An means heaven.
Tian Zhong means the king of heavens.
Did you say Taichung'?
Tian Zhong Wang...(the King of Heavens)
Have you ever spoken ill of Grandpa Deyu'?
Not really.
I am just whispering.
I don't think he can hear me anyway.
In my whole life,
I just fooled around.
I never took anything seriously.
I don't even know how
I became a lieutenant colonel.
I don't know how I've
come this far, either.
But I know I'll keep going.
See, exactly the same.
Exactly.
They look identical, don' t they'?
You can get a job here.
Can you tell the difference?
Yeah even when looked from the side.
Incredible!
We are leaving now...
Bye!
Time flies, 60 years has gone.
My youth has become wrinkles.
Ice cream for everybody!
Ice cream for everybody!
It's not for kids like you!
It's not for kids like you!
Two flavors'?
Yes two kinds.
Wait up!
Wait for me!
Milk and sugar-apple.
Sugar-apple please!
Sugar-apple for him.
Kids can't have it!
They can't'?
I'll eat two!
Thank you!
The word "Yang" didn't
exist when I was little.
No such word.
Matches are called Yang-fire.
Cement is Yang-dust.
Yang means "foreign" I guess.
What about foreign women'?
Yang-chics!
We're old.
If one day you should leave,
what would be your final words'?
What would you say to your grandchildren'?
Or to God'?
I don't think it matters.
When you die, nothing matters!
Live for a day,
and be happy for a day.
If I should die tonight, so be it.
The old replaces the new,
such is the law of nature.
People get old and then they die.
If no one died, it will be a crowded world.
That's just the way it is.
I don't think I can.
Of course you can't.
Your sun is just rising.
Mine is already setting.
Let us welcome the captain
of the Grandriders, Mr. Lai.
The next is the ice cream lover, Keling
Laipi, Laipi, Laipi!
Grandpa Pao
I want to reveal a little secret.
According to your physicals,
two-thirds of you should not be here,
because the doctor said so.
When I talked to Captain Lai about this
When I talked to Captain Lai about this
He said we should give
priority to people above 80.
He said we should give
priority to people above 80.
Because they might not get another chance.
Because they might not get another chance.
So do you know how you were selected?
Because you are all above 80.
Fate brought us together,
but tomorrow is not the end.
The adventure always continues.
Right?
I would like to thank all of you again.
Tomorrow, we will touch down in Taichung!
Let's welcome our traffic
controllers and helpers.
They will sing us a song
they wrote themselves.
The wind blows and blows
to my heart the wind blows.
On our journey through this big world.
Good thing I've got you by my side.
I would most like to thank the
young people among us.
Without your dedication,
we would not have learned so much.
Really, thank you very much.
Behind us are those hard times.
Tomorrow promises us its bright sun.
Our dreams came true!
The going is tough, but still we go.
The moon hasn't changed since I was little,
even now I'm already 80,
the moon hasn't changed.
Even now I'm already 80,
the moon hasn't changed.
I always pray to heaven,
if you grant me a few more years,
I will dedicate it to others
but if you don't, then that's it.
I really envy the moon,
for it is so content in itself.
Life should be the same.
Good morning!
Good morning!
Before we start
Let's polish our bikes.
Make it shine!
Because we're going back!
Make it shine!
Homesick'?
Well, it's been 13 days!
Of course I am.
Time to go home...
Real life awaits.
It's been like heaven so far.
When I go back I have to cook,
three meals a day!
I have grown attached.
I'd rather keep going!
I'd rather wander around
like this everyday.
A quick polish and
look how beautiful you are,
because today is our last day together.
WOW!
1178 kilometers!
We're going to make it home!
Grandriders go!
In my whole life,
to ride with so many people,
In my whole life,
to ride with so many people,
and make so many good friends.
I'm really fortunate!
Everybody is like...
We don't really talk about fame or money.
We don't really talk about fame or money.
We just don't talk about that stuff!
Over the past few days together,
everyone was open with each other.
I think it's really precious.
At our age, it's hard to make friends.
I hope we can keep in touch afterwards.
Because we don't know
how much time we have left.
People might think
you're a group of elders
that are healthier than
the others of your age.
But they are wrong.
You're just average old people.
Eight of you have heart problems,
Eight of you have heart problems,
and two have cancer.
Our project is very special,
because we proved that
average elders like you,
because we proved
that average elders like you,
can still accomplish something great.
Grandriders rock!
Grandriders tough!
Grandriders go!
I come every day.
It's minor, but meaningful.
I don't mind doing this every day.
(The simpler the life,
the more calm our mind.)
Did you pick on your sister'?
No!
Do teachers like you'?
Yes!
If you take the bus alone
take Bus 661,
and I'll wait for you at
Banciao subway station.
Do you dare'?
No'?
You dare not'?
Men must be brave!
A man has to be brave!
Who do you like the most'?
I like Grandpa!
Me'?
No!
I don't want you to like me!
Don't like me
Don't.
No.
I've circled already!
The faster he grows the better!
Because I'm already 83,
I wish he would grow up faster.
Grow up safe and sound that is.
Here we go!
Worshiping for bringing
everybody good luck.
That used to be my wife's seat.
Now it's mine.
She didn't want it
anymore, so it's mine now.
This is our main factory.
Besides OEM,
there are about 400 to 500 workers.
When we first started,
there were only 3!
My wife was a great woman.
When our baby cried during the night,
I wanted to get up and help,
I wanted to get up and help,
but she wouldn't let me.
"Go back to sleep!"
"it's not your business!"
"This is a woman's job so let me do it!"
She devoted her life
to support the foundation for our family.
If we didn't make money that year,
she'd say that's fine!
We still pocket our children's growth.
I would like to give a
toast for Grandfather.
Let's wish him the best of health
and the best of everything.
Cheers!
Now we've got 33 in our family.
We're all here for the New Year.
This is the youngest.
How many grandchildren do you have'?
128 red envelopes will be given out!
May dad stay healthy,
and live to 120 years old!
Ride my motorbike as long as I like!
Right! Whenever you like!
Take my mom for a ride!
Take my mom for a ride!
Happy New Year!
It's my granddaughter in the U.S.
She cries from joy!
I already told your parents
that I'll pay for your plane tickets,
so you can come home more often.
Not just once a year!
That's not enough!
Okay!
Grandpa, happy new year!
I want to take her on another ride.
My wish is,
if the weather permits,
and not so hot,
I wanna take her on Highway No. 3 again.
I owe her too much.
Maybe in the next life.
Give grandpa a kiss!
Give grandpa a kiss!
Give him a kiss!
My dad always writes them himself.
Every New Year's eve,
Every New Year's eve,
we will hang them up together.
Never forget our heritage.
We shouldn't forget our roots...
I won't be able to sleep tonight
because I will be thinking about
my childhood and my family.
Because I will be thinking about
my childhood and my family.
I miss them so much.
I miss them so much.
Sometimes I still feel
sad thinking of them.
Sometimes I still feel
sad thinking of them.
On the right is Goddess of Compassion.
On the left is a little shrine
on the left is our ancestors.
For the Tan ancestors.
Today is New Year's Eve,
I, Deyu in Taiwan
Welcome my ancestors
to Taiwan to join us for the holiday.
To all my ancestors at the dinner table
To all my ancestors at the dinner table
Grandfather.
Grandmother,
Father,
Mother,
Second brother Dewen,
Youngest brother Dewu,
you were my closest family.
I respect you greatly.
Welcome to Taiwan for the holidays.
I miss you all immensely.
Put one in.
Go ahead!
Great!
Thank you!
You're so brave.
Rat brings luck.
Hey! How are you'?
You look handsome in that hat.
Look at him!
My dear A-Cai!
You look good!
Not bad at all.
So this is how it works!
Wow, he's a pro!
There you go.
I'm very happy,
just like a child.
It's best to spend our days laughing.
A group of old people
with a total age of more than 2000.
Nobody would have believed
we could make it.
1000 kilometers passed on a motorbike'?
I don't even feel old anymore.
The happiness from the trip,
it keeps me going even now!
Young people have dreams,
so should we.
Dreams are meant to be fulfilled.
I hope every old person can take
on challenges for himself.
Whatever they can do, we can too.
Just a bit slower that's all!
I've done this for more than decades.
About 30 years I believe.
I do it every day.
I bought the scooter from him yesterday.
When I saw it, I knew it was it!
I love riding motorbikes.
Now that I own this one,
if there are places I want to go,
I can just hop on and start the engine.
That makes me feel good!
There's a computer here!
With internet connection.
I have a computer, but no internet.
This one has internet, correct'?
I think so!
Our video has been broadcast. Wanna watch'?
In 60 years you will be where I am now.
It's like looking into your future.
I used to be young.
One day you will get old, too.
Looking at you is like
looking into the mirror of time.
Happy birthday to you.
I never took a wedding photo.
Seeing others getting married
makes me wanna do it again.
This is what my dream is.
I've done it in my 80's,
now I wanna do it in my 90's!
Our hearts are still young.
Now the name Grandrider
is with us forever.
The Grandrider spirit is never give up!
We do our best whenever we can.
Don't stand still.
Keep reaching for new depths and heights.
I've accomplished my dream of
touring around the island.
Now I'm planning for the next one!